Overview

• The UK Supreme Court ruled that under the Equality Act 2010, 'woman' is defined by biological sex, not social or felt gender.
• Protests erupted in London and Edinburgh, with thousands rallying against the decision, citing concerns over trans rights and protections.
• The ruling allows trans women to be excluded from women-only spaces and quotas, even if they possess a Gender Recognition Certificate.
• British Transport Police announced interim measures requiring trans women to be searched by male officers based on biological sex.
• The UK government welcomed the decision for providing clarity, while human rights groups warn it undermines protections for trans individuals.